Dancing to the tunes which was tuned to the dance

When we engage in any task, we do so through a pattern—an approach that subtly reveals an underlying purpose. Sometimes, it's the purpose that initiates and shapes the task. Other times, it's the task itself that gradually gives rise to the purpose.

In an ideal state, there is harmony: the purpose drives the tasks, and the tasks in turn refine the purpose. This dynamic balance creates an equilibrium. And as long as this balance is maintained, it doesn't challenge any natural law—it flows within them, effortlessly.

But something deeper begins to emerge over time.

This interplay—between tasks, purpose, and the equilibrium they create—doesn’t just exist within natural law. It starts to resemble a natural law of its own. Not by replacing existing laws, but by weaving into them. It doesn’t break the rhythm of nature; rather, it teaches nature a new tune to play—one that aligns with its own intent.

In doing so, it builds a quiet rapport with which serves the interest of dance rather than that of tune.

Story of a 'TRUE' German Shepherd

Who doesn't know the German Shepherd breed? 

 
It’s one of the most domesticated and recognized dog breeds worldwide. But how can you be sure that the puppy you’ve bought is a true German Shepherd?

Here’s a checklist for identifying an authentic German Shepherd:

• Tail & Back Structure

• Coat Color & Texture

• Ears & Jaw Shape

• Presence (or absence) of White Spots

• DNA Testing*

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A Real-Life Case: The Fake German Shepherd Racket

Recently, a shocking racket surfaced in the city—people were breeding fake German Shepherds and selling them internationally under false pretenses. The scam came to light only when a vigilant animal lover raised concerns.

This individual took the dog breeder to court, claiming the puppies being sold were not true German Shepherds. The breeder, however, presented documents proving he was a government-certified dog breeder.

This complicated the matter—the court was hesitant to challenge the credibility of government-issued certifications without concrete proof.

The burden of proof now rested on the petitioner: he had to prove that the breeder’s dogs were not authentic German Shepherds.

So what did he do?

He brought his own verified German Shepherd to court, along with documentation comparing physical traits of original versus fake dogs. He even arranged for a live parade of dogs in court to highlight the differences.

But the case took another twist. The court then asked him to prove that his reference dog was, in fact, a genuine German Shepherd.

 

Mining that best moment

Mining is one of the most difficult and labor-intensive processes on Earth. It involves digging deep into the ground to extract ore—and from that ore, we extract precious minerals. When it comes to gold, the yield is shockingly small. On average, it takes about one ton (1,000 kg) of ore to produce a single gram of gold. This number varies depending on the ore’s quality and the mining techniques used, but one thing is certain: the process is demanding, relentless, and deeply human in its pursuit of value.

But mining doesn’t just happen in the earth’s crust. It happens every day, all around us, often in ways we don’t notice. We mine through life—through emotions, choices, and relationships—searching for something valuable. Something lasting.

And who are the best miners among us? Women.

Women mine beauty from chaos. They sift through endless designs to curate wardrobes and jewelry boxes that reflect style, culture, and identity. They mine the best groceries from crowded shelves and markets, transforming them into meals that nourish bodies and bring families together. They mine comfort from tough days, hope from uncertainty, and wisdom from experience.

We all mine life for its finest moments. Sometimes we strike gold—a conversation that changes everything, a perfect evening, a memory that glows. Other times, we come up with nothing but slush and fatigue. But still, we dig. Because somewhere beneath the surface, we believe something precious lies hidden.

But here’s a quiet truth: when we stop mining ourselves—stop searching within for our own depth, joy, and purpose—we allow the world to mine us instead. To take from us without giving back. To shape our value rather than letting us discover it ourselves.

That must be resisted.

So keep digging. Keep searching. The gold is still in there

When vouching becomes a business.....

We get paid for the work we do. But what proves that we’ve actually done it? In most organizations, it’s the manager who decides whether an employee has delivered. In that sense, the manager becomes the primary witness to our performance.

But what happens when someone questions the manager’s judgment?

Naturally, the responsibility passes up the chain. The director vouches for the manager. The CEO vouches for the director. And the board of directors ultimately vouches for the CEO. It’s a hierarchy of accountability, each layer "deposing" on behalf of the one below.

But here’s where things can go wrong.

What if the entire chain — from the employee to the board — is hand in glove, fabricating results or covering up failures? In such cases, a company can run for years under the illusion of productivity and success… until it collapses. When the company goes bankrupt, all those so-called depositions — the affirmations from one level to another — are exposed as bogus.

Insiders often see this coming. They know the inner workings, and they’re prepared for the fallout. They make their exits, hedge their risks, or even profit from the downfall. But others — especially outsiders — are left to face the real consequences.

Sometimes, it’s an entirely unrelated company that suffers. A competitor or peer organization, one that has done things ethically, may be dragged into the same scrutiny. They’re suspected of the same corrupt practices simply by association or by industry reputation. And they must now undergo painful audits and public questioning, just to prove they weren’t doing anything wrong.

That’s the tragedy. In trying to prove their innocence, these honest companies are forced to fight a battle they didn’t choose — often under immense pressure, at great cost.

In the end, the real culprit isn’t one person. It’s the system — a chain of blind endorsements and mutual cover-ups. And when a system is built on fabricated truths, even the innocent may suffer

At the end of the day, it’s not enough to say “we did the work.” If the only proof of that work comes from a chain of people falsely vouching for one another, then the work itself turns out to be fiction.

Truth in work comes from truth in systems. When accountability fails at every level, the output is just noise — and eventually, it becomes worthless.

Let’s build systems that don’t just say the work was done — but prove it.

When life takes form of its own will

Life surrounds us in countless forms—a delicate flower, a towering tree, a diligent ant, a loyal dog, a cherished friend, a guiding teacher. We celebrate life when it reflects beauty, wisdom, or divinity. Even when life appears darker—like a shadow or a devil—there are those who still find meaning in it.

Yet, there is one form of life that society often fears, resists, and even hates: life that dares to follow its own will.

Throughout history, we have built vast systems to suppress this freedom—mechanisms designed to contain life’s wild expression. These pressures show up everywhere:

• Education systems that standardize thought

• Legal and penal codes that punish deviation

• Economic models that reward conformity

• Religious institutions that dictate what is sacred or sinful

• Governments and bureaucracies that regulate behavior

• Families and kinship networks that impose inherited expectations

• Cultural norms and media that shape our values and desires

Each of these, subtle or severe, works to mold life—to ensure it moves only within approved boundaries, never freely by its own inner force.

Why?

Why has society erected such a vast apparatus of laws, beliefs, and rituals to prevent life from simply being what it is? Why do we fear a will that is not assigned, approved, or controlled by an institution?

Because this world wants a spark that doesn’t burn. It demands motion without disruption, power without unpredictability.

But life that follows its own will is perhaps the universe’s most honest and vital expression—raw, wild, ungoverned, and deeply alive.

Still, we try to tame it.

We suppress what we fear: the mystery, the autonomy, the refusal to fit in.

Life that refuses to be robbed of its will may not directly inspire you to find your own—but it sends a clear message: the challenge to live freely is open to all.

Responsibility matrix from crowd

This world often tends to hold responsible not the one who is truly at fault, but the one who happens to be assigned responsibility. There’s nothing wrong in expecting that crimes in a region be addressed by the local police, or that government machinery be overseen by the elected representatives of that area.

But responsibility becomes distorted when it goes too far—when a group of people falls for a mania or illusion, and instead of blaming the mania itself, they blame the one person who resisted it. Similarly, when a group of students fails a subject due to their own lack of preparation, they may blame the student who actually passed, as if their success somehow caused the others' failure.

It’s strange how people often fail to acknowledge individual success, yet are quick to unite in blaming someone for collective failure.

Whether it’s a collective failure or a collective success, we must learn to take ownership—without disowning responsibility or unfairly placing it on others. Just because a crowd points a finger at someone does not mean that person is truly responsible in the eyes of truth—or eternity.

Direction that doesn't bend

A Direction That Does Not Bend

It walks not backward into dust,

Nor leans ahead in blind pursuit—

But stands where silence touches stone,

Where truth begins, and lies are mute.

It does not bow to memory's weight,

Nor flinch beneath tomorrow’s gold,

It does not chase, it does not flee,

But holds a flame the dark can’t fold.

No echo sways it from its step,

No future dream, no past regret.

It listens only to the now,

And answers with a calm "not yet."

While others twist for comfort’s sake,

Or yield to fear dressed up as fate,

This path moves forward, firm and still—

Not fast, but ever straight.

It bends to none—it breaks to none—

A line drawn quiet through the noise,

Not seeking praise, nor fearing scorn,

But faithful to its silent voice.

Success that doesn't speaks for itself isn't real success

In today's world, it seems like everyone claims to have succeeded—except the one who truly has. A government employee who has amassed crores through corruption and married off his daughter in a lavish ceremony might proudly declare his success. But is that really success?

If every Tom, Dick, and Harry lays claim to the idea of success, then who truly deserves the title? The answer lies in those whose success speaks for itself—requiring no external validation or loud proclamations.

A timeless example is the Indian Constitution, the masterpiece crafted by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. During his lifetime, Ambedkar didn’t receive widespread praise or material rewards for his work. He didn’t seek validation or legacy. Yet, his contributions have withstood the test of time and continue to shape our nation. Despite facing centuries of entrenched hypocrisy and resistance, his work prevailed—because it was rooted in truth, justice, and vision.

We often find ourselves torn between the glitter of instant recognition and the quiet dignity of lasting impact. But real success is not about noise, wealth, or show. It’s about creating something so meaningful that it stands strong, even when no one is clapping.

True success doesn’t need to be shouted—it simply speaks for itself.

Andhbhakts, andhbhakti, andhbhakti subscription model- the dance of trio

In today’s digital world, everyone is just one subscription away from fame. It takes only a fraction of a second — a click, a share, a follow — to turn an unknown face into an overnight celebrity. The internet is full of subscribers waiting in line, and the subscription model has become the silent force behind this rise to recognition.

At first glance, it might seem like there’s no real relationship between the one who subscribes and the one who offers the subscription. But look deeper, and you'll find that the subscription model forges a subtle, often overlooked bond — a kind of mutual dependency shaped not by personal connection, but by algorithms, visibility, and influence.

This model can manipulate digital ecosystems in ways we rarely question. It decides who gets seen and who fades into digital obscurity. It creates celebrities not because of merit, but because of momentum. Subscribers fuel the algorithm; the algorithm rewards the subscription provider — and in turn, the provider adapts to what the algorithm demands. Everyone is dancing to the same invisible tune.

The Real Kingmaker

In this system, neither the subscriber nor the creator holds true power. The real kingmaker is the subscription model itself — the architecture that governs attention. It commands both sides, turning platforms into stages and users into performers. This is why it attracts millions in investment and churns out influencers at an industrial scale.

So what makes this model so inevitable — even irresistible?

Its success lies in its scalability, its illusion of choice, and its ability to create recurring engagement. It works like a cloud — forming naturally when the right elements (data, desire, and design) come together. And once it takes shape, it becomes self-sustaining.

The Dark Side of Subscriptions

But not everything born from this model is benign. It also becomes a breeding ground for echo chambers — especially when ideological subscriptions replace rational thought. The blind allegiance that some audiences show toward particular figures or platforms has become a pattern. In the Indian context, terms like “andhbhakt” (a blind follower) illustrate this troubling dynamic — where loyalty overshadows critical thinking.

This dance — between the blind follower (andhbhakt), blind devotion (andhbhakti), and the platforms that profit from this (andhbhakti subscription model) — is laying a digital foundation for ideologies that work against the pluralistic fabric of society.

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Final Thoughts

The subscription model is not just a feature of the internet — it is the internet. It shapes what we see, who we follow, what we believe, and even who we become. The real question is not whether we subscribe — but whether we are aware of what we’re subscribing to.

 

When the system wants to skip you......

In times of crisis—political, social, or personal—there is a subtle but dangerous strategy at work: weakening what stands in the way, not by direct attack, but by slowly eroding its power until it becomes easy to ignore or bypass. When something is weakened, it is skipped.

This is true in many contexts, but nowhere is it more critical than in the strength of our constitutional institutions. These institutions are designed to protect the rule of law, uphold justice, and safeguard democracy. Yet when these institutions are deliberately weakened, undermined, or politicized, the Constitution itself becomes vulnerable to being skipped — treated as a symbol, not a safeguard.

The Danger of Being Skipped

To “skip” something means to move past it without acknowledging its value or authority. It is to act as if it does not exist or no longer matters. When constitutional institutions lose their strength, when checks and balances become ineffective, and when public trust is eroded, the system can be bypassed with little resistance. This skipping is not just an administrative failure; it is the erosion of the foundation of democracy itself.

But this is not limited to institutions alone. Individuals, communities, and ideas can be weakened so they, too, can be skipped—ignored or dismissed when their presence or voice is inconvenient.

Why We Must Prove We Cannot Be Skipped

In this environment, the challenge is clear: we have to prove that we cannot be skipped.

This means refusing to be silenced, ignored, or made irrelevant. It means showing up with strength, conviction, and resilience. Being unskippable is about being essential — about creating a presence so fundamental that to bypass us comes at a cost.

Being unskippable means:

• Standing firm in principles, even when they are unpopular.

• Building institutions that are transparent, accountable, and trusted.

• Encouraging civic participation and educating people about their rights.

• Speaking truth to power and demanding respect for the rule of law.

• Creating communities and movements that cannot be ignored.

The Path Forward

The fight against being skipped is ongoing. It requires vigilance, courage, and persistence. But most importantly, it requires belief — belief that the present moment and those who inhabit it matter.

When problems try to skip the present and show it as weak, we must respond by reinforcing the present’s power. When institutions falter, we must rebuild them stronger. When voices are muted, we must amplify them.

We have to prove — to ourselves and to the world — that we cannot be skipped. Because if we allow ourselves or our systems to be skipped, we risk losing everything that makes justice and democracy possible.

Remember that when the system tries to skip you, then you are the system

When the stars align....

We may spend years meticulously planning for the defining moments of our lives—mapping every detail, preparing with dedication, and holding tightly to our vision. Yet, when that pivotal moment arrives, it often comes down to something far beyond our control: how our stars align.

Despite the enormous progress of science and technology, no algorithm exists that can predict the alignment of destiny at any given point in a person’s life. There are times when, despite all logic and effort, something magical happens—when someone’s stars align perfectly, and their life is transformed.

But it's not just the righteous or the deserving who wait for these moments.

Often, it is the wicked who wait the most—those who rely entirely on fate to give their dark ambitions shape. Unlike the diligent, they don’t invest in preparation. Instead, they depend on the unpredictable celestial dance to finally tilt in their favor. When it does, the world can feel powerless to resist the wave they ride in on.

Yet, in rare instances, the highest intelligence emerges—not merely to witness this alignment but to transform it. To seize the moment and turn the stars, so to speak, against the wicked. It becomes an opportunity—not just to deny them the fruits of their patience, but to remind the world that intelligence, will, and timing can still intervene.

But even this intervention requires something profound. It calls for strength, clarity, and the finest human qualities—because, paradoxically, even the act of countering destiny depends on how the stars align.

Spectrum of life

### **The Spectrum of Life**

Life is all about

**borrowing the spectrum**,

from those who came before —

their lessons, their light,

their silent shades.

We step into colors

we didn’t yet understand,

tasting emotions we didn't yet earn.

Then we begin

**owning the spectrum**,

through choices, mistakes,

joys we craft ourselves,

truths we learn to speak.

And as we grow,

we begin **loaning the spectrum** —

passing on our light,

sharing our palette,

guiding others through the fog.

> This is how we become

> a part of the spectrum.

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> **This is how we help

> the spectrum evolve.**

Because each life adds a hue,

each story bends the light,

and the spectrum —

forever unfinished —

waits for us

to color it forward.

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Scam Calls of the Divine: When Faith Is Used as a Weapon

Every day, we receive countless scam calls. Some claim to offer business opportunities, while others ask for sensitive bank information—account numbers, PINs, anything they can use to rob you. Fortunately, with technology and awareness, most of us can spot these scams and protect ourselves.

But how do you protect yourself from a more insidious kind of scam—one that doesn’t come through a phone line, but through the voice of someone claiming divine authority?

What if the scam is wrapped in the language of culture, heritage, and religion? What if someone convinces you that a divine power has asked you to act a certain way—not for your own good, but to serve their political agenda?

These are the pseudo calls of divinity—deceptive appeals in the name of faith, designed to manipulate rather than enlighten. These calls are not coming from a higher power. They are carefully crafted by those who seek control, often by exploiting the very foundations of belief and tradition.

Take, for example, the recent call by our Honourable Prime Minister urging citizens to vote in overwhelming numbers—“400 and above”—claiming it as a divine mission. Behind this rhetoric lies a dangerous suggestion: that rewriting or dismantling the Constitution is not just a political move, but a sacred duty.

Such narratives are not just misleading—they are deeply harmful. When seasoned politicians use the language of the divine, they tap into something deeply emotional and sacred. The result is often a psychological manipulation of the masses, where reason is clouded by devotion.

Thanks to the sacrifices of great leaders and visionaries, India emerged as a democratic nation—a place where governance was meant to be rooted in equality, justice, and secular ideals. But today, we see attempts to alter even the preamble of our Constitution, as if changing the question paper to match the answers politicians already want.

Let’s be clear: Divinity does not call for the manipulation of the people. Faith, at its core, is a personal and spiritual experience—not a political tool to rally votes or rewrite laws.

These pseudo-divine calls are a betrayal—not of any one group, but of the very idea of honest public discourse. They are frauds in the name of something sacred.

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Conclusion: Time to Listen Carefully

Just as we have learned to detect scam calls asking for our money, we must develop the awareness to identify scam calls that ask for our soul. The ones that hijack our beliefs to push political motives. The ones that cloak personal ambition in the name of divine instruction.

True divinity doesn’t demand votes. It inspires compassion, justice, and unity. It’s time we listen more carefully—and call out the impostors.

When the evil blogs....

We are more practiced to live in the world wherein we fear watched by the evil than being blessed by the God. Thus keep the cards close to our chest when it comes to raising our voice against the injustice.

This made me put a question to ChatGPT on how would world change when evil starts blogging and the results of ChatGPT was dracular. When evil becomes a savvy blogger it can impact the world in following ways.

1. Normalization of Harmful Ideas

Blogging could become a platform to cloak dangerous ideologies in friendly, relatable language:

• Framing hate as opinion: Extremist views might be presented as just “alternative perspectives.”

• Soft propaganda: Evil can disguise itself in lifestyle blogs, pseudo-philosophy, or self-help content.

Example: A blog that seems to promote "traditional values" could subtly advocate for regressive, discriminatory policies.

2 . Algorithmic Amplification

Modern platforms reward engagement, not ethics:

• Clickbait thrives: Controversial or divisive content spreads faster.

• Virality over virtue: The more outrageous the blog, the more attention it gets.

Effect: The most unethical voices might become the most influential.

3. Acceleration of Division

Blogs driven by evil motives could polarize societies even further:

• "Us vs. Them" narratives: Painting others as enemies in ongoing culture wars.

• Distrust in truth: Promoting conspiracy theories that erode trust in science, journalism, and democracy.

4. Weaponized Identity and Empathy

Evil could take on sympathetic or marginalized personas to build trust:

• False vulnerability: Pretending to be a victim to justify hate or manipulation.

• Cultural camouflage: Adopting local lingo or concerns to infiltrate different communities.
  

5. Manipulation of Public Opinion

If evil becomes a master storyteller, it can sway hearts and minds:

• Echo chambers: Readers may be pulled into closed communities reinforcing harmful beliefs.

• Emotional hooks: Anecdotal stories may be weaponized to justify cruelty or injustice.

• Authority building: Evil bloggers could gain followers who see them as truth-tellers against a corrupt system.

If evil becomes a savvy blogger:

• Tyrants could be rebranded as “protectors.”

• Violence might be reframed as “necessary justice.”

• Censorship could be sold as “safety.”

In short: The medium of blogging, once meant to democratize voice, becomes a double-edged sword when wielded by those with malicious intent.

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Playing the Right Game: Goals, Balls, and the Art of Success

 Life is a vast playground filled with countless goals — some shaped like basketball hoops, others like soccer nets or cricket stumps. Each goal requires a different ball, a different strategy, and a different skillset. The game of life is not just about having goals, but about choosing the right tools to pursue them.

Most people today chase a common goal: money. It’s a popular target, but not everyone is equipped with the right ball to score it. Life might hand you a brush and canvas when you’re trying to shoot baskets. Or a cricket bat when you need a keyboard. The mismatch leaves many frustrated — not because they lack talent, but because they’re playing the wrong game with the wrong tools.

In their eagerness to chase artificial goals set by society, people often try to reshape their lives to fit what the majority accepts — instead of pursuing the goals that naturally align with who they are.

Success isn’t just about chasing a goal. It’s about understanding what kind of game you’re meant to play. Look at the ball life has handed you — your skills, your passion, your circumstances — and choose the goal that matches it. Then play with focus, creativity, and intent.

That’s how you stop playing someone else’s game — and start winning your own.

Curious case of AIDS diagnosis in India

In India, AIDS has long carried a social stigma unlike any other disease—largely because it’s associated with sexuality in a traditionally conservative culture. For decades, it was wrongly believed to be the result of immoral behavior, particularly infidelity. But how did India first learn about HIV/AIDS? Here is an interesting excerpts from an article published in Hindustan times.

The answer lies in the pioneering work of Dr. Suniti Solomon, whose groundbreaking research in 1986 changed the country’s understanding of the disease forever.

Then a young doctor, Suniti was testing 100 sex workers as a part of a research project at the Madras Medical College (MMC).

Little did she known that a small, humble Madras laboratory’s preliminary research would precipitate a medical challenge on a national scale.

“She was shocked,” her son, Dr Sunil Solomon, recalled, 30 years on. “She had told her research student that she didn’t expect to find anything, that she was expecting negative results across the board.”

Instead, what Dr Suniti found was that six of the 100 workers tested positive for HIV/AIDS, an enormous discovery that brought the reality of the virus home to India.

But not initially.

“The government refused to believe the tests,” Dr Sunil said. “They could not believe that a country like India – deemed to be cultural superior to the West – could have the virus.”

It was only after the samples were sent to Washington and confirmed as positive that the government accepted Dr Suniti’s tests.

Facing enormous opposition, the doctor would go on to establish the YR Gaitonde Care Foundation in 1993 in Chennai (then Madras), and shape how the country educated itself about the disease and treated those who had it.

“Her discovery helped India start its fight against HIV/AIDS,” said Dr Sekhar, a senior doctor responsible for anti-retroviral treatments that help subdue the disease, at the General Government Hospital in Chennai.

After Dr Suniti died last year, Sunil, a doctor in his own right, took over the foundation.

An understanding of the virus, Dr Suniti deemed three decades ago, was critical in helping treat those who suffered from it.

Dr Suniti’s sheer dedication to her patients came, perhaps, from some of their tragic fates.

One of the first six people to be diagnosed was a 13-year-old girl who had been abducted and sold into the sex trade. The girl volunteered at the foundation the same year it started, dying a few months later.

But sympathy from the general public was in short supply.

“We were thrown into jail, beaten by police, and called things like impure,” said S Noori, president of the South Indian Positive network.

A former sex worker, Noori was among the first to be diagnosed with AIDS in India, and decided to volunteer to help raise awareness about HIV after meeting Dr Suniti in 1987.

“Today, people look at homosexuals and transgenders with the same contempt they had for us sex workers back then.”

“Men face an additional level of stigma because of the prejudice against homosexuality,” Dr Sunil agreed. “And it’s worrying because it affects their access to treatment.”

The main difference between then and now, according to Noori, is how open people with HIV are. “People are much more willing to come out and say I am positive,” she said, “And that’s great because it shows that people’s attitudes towards it are changing.”

It has been exactly 30 years since the first HIV patient was diagnosed in India. In this time, the country has made significant strides in medical treatment, thanks in large part to Dr Suniti’s gargantuan efforts.

“What was a death sentence 30 years ago is now a manageable problem,” said Dr Sunil. “One pill a day and you’re good to go.”

The next big frontier that HIV/AIDS research needs to conquer is finding a cure.

But of equal importance is continuing the fight that Dr Suniti Solomon began – the struggle against the stigma that AIDS patients face.

 

 

 

 

The sounds of the night: Insects create a nocturnal chorus

To my friends in city it will be rare for you to hear the sounds of the insects but those living near bushy forested areas you hear an interesting rhythm of sounds from insects that starts in the evening and goes till the midnight. I came across an insightful article from Reconnect With Nature about this very topic, and I’d love to share some highlights with you.

The term "singing insects" might make you think of Jiminy Cricket or another animated bug made famous on the big screen, but these crooning bugs are real, making themselves heard all across our area.

These singing insects are cicadas, crickets, grasshoppers and katydids, the males of which produce loud calls in their search for a female mate, according to the University of Florida. The sounds produced by these insects may just sound like a loud din to you, but each is unique to its species.

Katydids, grasshoppers and crickets are all closely related, belonging to the order Orthoptera, while cicadas belong to the order Homoptera. How these insects make their singing calls varies. The Orthoptera insects — the katydids, crickets and grasshoppers — typically produce sounds by rubbing one body part against another, which is called stridulation, according to Songs of Insects. 

Crickets rub together structures on their wings to produce their call, according to "Singing Insects of the Chicago Region" by Carl Strang. Male grasshoppers are able to produce sound by rubbing a hind leg against a forewing. Katydids make sound by rubbing their forewings together. 

Cicadas have sound organs called tymbals, which have a series of ribs that can buckle onto one another when the cicada flexes its muscles. The buckling creates a clicking noise, and the combined effect of these clicks is the buzzing sound cicadas make.

Even to the untrained ear, you may be able to tell the difference between some of these insects' calls. Crickets, for example, have more musical sounding calls because of their low frequency, Sounds of Insects reports. Katydids and grasshoppers have a more high-pitched call with varying frequencies. The songs of these insects often is not audible to people, particularly those with diminished ability to hear high-frequency sounds. 

Of our singing insects, cicadas are by far the loudest, notorious for their loud buzzing sound. The cicada call often sounds pulsating and typically builds up to a crescendo before abruptly ending, according to Sounds of Insects.  

When you hear these insects' songs can be telling as well. Cicadas generally call during daylight hours and at dusk, turning quiet by nightfall. Many katydids and crickets call at night, while we tend to see and hear grasshoppers during the day.

The next time you're outside in the evening—especially away from city lights—pause and listen. There’s a whole world of rhythm and romance unfolding in the trees and bushes around you. It's a gentle reminder that even the smallest creatures play a part in the great orchestra of nature.

Faking Co-existence (The pseudo Co-existence)

The rich pretends to co-exist with poor, the white pretends to co-exist with the black, majority pretends to co-exist with the minority. And result of this pseudo co-existence is that the next generation which couldn't figure out this pseudo co-existence is at cross roads watching all the tamasha happening in the society and unable to take sides.

The next generation believed that fissures within the society were minor and hence they could concentrate on bigger goals of humanity. But people who faked co-existence have come out with innovative method of electing radicals to achieve their purpose of getting rid of the co-existing partner.

The side which faked co-existence couldn't believe that Constitution would come in their way of realizing their devious dreams. Constitution armed those people who were affected by the pseudo co-existence.

When coming to India, ancient people mastered the art of pseudo co-existence i.e. to fake co-existence despite being divided into castes. And they became rattled when foreign forces shed light on this pseudo co-existence practiced for thousands of years.

Capitalism added to this pseudo co-existence, where in a company you can find people of different level working under a single roof but they were never single at heart. 

To achieve co-existence we need to defeat the pseudo co-existence.

The great Indian entrance exams

Though a college degree in India doesn't guarantee a successful career, students invest immense effort just to gain admission—primarily through highly competitive entrance exams.

Entrance exams are a major phenomenon in India. Depending on their field of interest, students prepare for specific exams tailored to certain colleges or professions. Many begin this preparation as early as higher secondary school.

From a business perspective, a whole ecosystem has evolved around these exams. Prominent coaching hubs like Kota offer intensive, high-tech training for IIT aspirants. I remember a friend who moved to Delhi to prepare for the IAS exams. Although the IAS isn’t an entrance exam per se, it highlights how far students are willing to go—and how much they’re willing to endure—to succeed in competitive assessments.

But there's a darker side to this coaching culture. The pressure can be overwhelming, often leading to exploitation. In one tragic instance, students lost their lives in an IAS coaching center in Delhi that flooded due to poor infrastructure—it was running illegally in a basement. Kota, despite its reputation for academic excellence, sees an alarming number of student suicides each year.

The issue isn’t isolated to coaching centers. In Tamil Nadu, several students died by suicide after failing to clear the NEET exam, triggering statewide protests. Many believed that NEET disproportionately favored out-of-state students and disrupted Tamil Nadu’s traditionally inclusive approach to medical admissions. This controversy even led to calls for NEET exemption in the state.

Personal dairy - the train journey

Indian Railways is the fourth-largest rail network in the world, covering over 65,000 kilometers. It’s also the largest employer in India, with more than 1.4 million employees across technical and non-technical roles.

My first encounter with Indian Railways was during a summer vacation trip to my late aunt’s house in Chennai. I remember the unique names of the trains from Bangalore—like the Lalbagh Express and Brindavan Express. The journey would take about five to six hours and always felt like an adventure.

Visiting my aunt was always special, and the train ride made it even more memorable. I still remember standing in long queues at the reservation counters to get a confirmed seat. Sometimes, our train would be scheduled early in the morning, so we’d pack our bags the night before and stay over at our uncle’s railway quarters near the Bangalore station—he worked with the railways, which felt like a privilege at the time.

One of my most unforgettable journeys was to Rameshwaram with my family. The highlight was crossing the iconic Pamban Bridge, which connects Rameshwaram to mainland Tamil Nadu. Another memorable trip was to Goa with my manager. The scenery near Castle Rock station was absolutely mesmerizing. I later took the same route with my friends from NCBS on a trip to the Dudhsagar Waterfalls—again, an experience to cherish.

My most recent train journey with my family was from Delhi to Katra, for a spiritual visit to the Mata Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu. We traveled via a special railway tour package, and it remains one of the most memorable trips of all.

Although I’ve flown a few times, nothing compares to the charm of traveling by train in India. Despite occasional delays and discomforts, the experience is unmatched in its ability to connect people, places, and memories.

The Power Between the Lines

Poetry has always been a powerful tool for reformists—a way to connect with people and convey bold, transformative ideas. More than the words themselves, it is the meaning hidden between the lines that gives poetry its magic. That space—subtle, emotional, and often unspoken—can stir hearts, challenge authority, and inspire change.

When someone seeks to control art, the first thing they attempt is to dominate that space between the lines. This act is not only unethical—it is cowardly. But in today’s world, where shame is in short supply, such manipulation has become all too common, carried out under the guise of legitimacy.

By controlling the meaning inferred between the lines, they twist the context of the words—forcing them to say what they were never meant to say. This is manipulation of the highest order. It corrupts the original message and distorts the truth at its very core.

And when they cannot control a poet—when the meaning cannot be manipulated—they turn their efforts toward discrediting the poet instead. They attempt to stain the character of those whose voices remain unbent.

Rather than suffocating the space between the lines, it is the deep-rooted systems of corruption that must be pruned. It is not the message that must be silenced, but the decay that resists the truth in those messages.

Art of mainstreaming

Mainstreaming is more than a social trend—it's a powerful indicator of the direction in which a society is evolving. It sets the tone for what is considered acceptable, admirable, or aspirational, and in doing so, it shapes the mindset of the next generation. It provides them with the context in which they will strive for their own milestones.

When I was in school, the mainstream narrative emphasized love, compassion, and a strong moral foundation. These values were not accidental; they were a continuation of a powerful legacy. After World War II, and particularly in India, the mainstream was deeply rooted in the ideals of the freedom struggle and the pursuit of social justice.

This shift didn’t happen overnight. In many ways, it felt like divine intervention. Even individuals burdened with rigid casteist beliefs began to embrace the larger cause of national progress. The mainstreaming of equality, unity, and justice wasn’t merely political—it was moral and spiritual.

One of the most profound outcomes of this era was the birth of our beloved Constitution. It captured the spirit of the time—a collective yearning for fairness and dignity—and gave us a framework for building a just society. The mainstreaming of the freedom movement and the principles it stood for was not just a political achievement; it was an art form, carefully nurtured by visionary leaders and ordinary citizens alike.

But today, this precious space is under threat.

What we see now is a distorted form of mainstreaming—one polluted by vested interests and driven by constant anger, polarization, and performative nationalism. Hatred, once considered an aberration, is now being normalized as a way of life. This pseudo-mainstreaming is not organic; it is engineered to divide. It binds together groups who benefit from social fragmentation and who seek to reshape the mainstream to serve their own ends.

If this trend is left unchecked, it risks becoming the new normal. And when that happens, the values of justice, equality, and unity—so hard-won in the past—will become distant memories. We will have denied the next generation not only the fruits of progress but also the very tools they need to build a better future.

That is why we must protect and reclaim the mainstream space. It should remain a place of collective growth, where ideals like fairness, empathy, and cooperation thrive—not one where fear and division are celebrated.

The mainstream belongs to all of us. Let’s ensure it continues to reflect the best of who we are, and who we aspire to become.

200th post - Milestone

As mentioned in my previous post, I’m happy to share that my blog has now reached its 200th post—a milestone that has taken 13 years to achieve. What began as a hobby has evolved into a deeply meaningful activity that has helped me navigate some of life’s most challenging and confusing moments.

Over the years, my blog has explored a wide range of topics—political, scientific, spiritual, and everything in between. It has become a space where I could reflect on the events of the day and express my thoughts freely. In a world that’s often fast-moving and noisy, having a corner of the digital world to share my unique perspective feels like a true gift.

Back when traditional media ruled, sharing your views often meant writing letters to the editor—with no guarantee of being published. I tried that route myself, but my letters never made it to print. Blogging changed that. It gave me a platform where my voice could be heard, however modest the reach. On average, each post gets about 20 views—nothing viral, but deeply meaningful to me nonetheless.

One of the things I’ve come to believe is that many of the world’s problems arise when views are either not expressed or misunderstood. Writing helps refine the art of expression, and blogging, in particular, has sharpened my ability to communicate with thoughtfulness and clarity.

That said, blogging isn’t without its challenges. Sometimes, sharing opinions openly—especially on sensitive topics—can make others uncomfortable. And while disagreement is healthy, it can occasionally lead to friction with those who interpret things in ways I didn’t intend. But that’s the nature of open dialogue—and it’s a risk I accept in pursuit of honest conversation.

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🎁 A Small Thank-You for My Readers

To celebrate 200th blog post milestone, I want to offer a small token of appreciation to the 10 to 15 regular readers who make their presence felt in this blogging space. I’ve created a Google Form where you can share your thoughts about my blog—what you’ve liked, what resonated with you, or anything else you wish to say.

The first five responses will receive a free Kindle book redemption, purchased specially for this occasion.

👉 https://forms.gle/K7X34vL4FXXjrMk66
(If you're able to access the form, you're eligible for the Kindle gift.)

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Thank you once again for being a part of this journey. Whether you’ve read one post or many, your presence here means more than you know. Here’s to continuing the conversation—and many more posts to come.

Warm regards,
Deepak Kumar.B

Voice of the Silent

Long ago, women were denied the right to speak or express their opinions. Society not only silenced them but went a step further—it substituted their silence with the words it wanted them to say. Her quiet was not her own; it was filled with ideas imposed by others, shaped to fit a narrative of obedience and submission.

But women found a way to resist. They began a silent revolution—getting things done without words, turning silence into strength. Slowly, society began to realize that its strategy of speaking for women was no longer working. Her silence had evolved. It was no longer a symbol of submission, but a strategy of resilience.

In response, society doubled down. It vilified her silence, labeling her a witch, a curse, or a bad omen—especially when something went wrong. Even when she didn’t utter a word, she was blamed. Her silence became threatening simply because it was no longer controllable.

Today, we are witnessing a similar situation with Indian minorities. The majority, uneasy with their silence, projects onto it. They treat the quiet of minorities as suspicious, even dangerous. They want the minority voice to echo their own—to parrot their lines, beliefs, and loyalties.

But how can you control what someone prays for in silence? How can you police the thoughts that never become words?

The world cannot be fully controlled—least of all the quiet defiance of the oppressed. You can try to fill their silence with your own words, but the truth is, what remains unspoken often holds the greatest power. In silence, there is strength. And in that strength lies the potential to transform the world.

Government is a pattern

Have you ever considered how closely agriculture depends on stable weather patterns? Rainfall, temperature, and sunlight are not just environmental factors—they're essential ingredients for healthy crop growth. When these patterns become erratic—through delayed monsoons, sudden droughts, or extreme heat—agricultural productivity suffers, and farmers are left vulnerable.

In a similar way, governance operates on patterns. Just as farmers depend on weather, citizens depend on consistent, transparent policy making. Government policies shape the economic and social climate, and when these become unpredictable, the entire system can falter. Erratic decision-making can disrupt not only long-term planning but also public trust in institutions.

Recent examples from the current Indian government illustrate this trend. Sudden moves like demonetization, unannounced surgical strikes, and the decision of caste census have often been framed as bold or strategic. While actions like surgical strikes may have a legitimate place in matters of national security, using unpredictability as a political tool—particularly to unsettle the opposition—raises deeper concerns.

Governments are meant to provide stability, not suspense. Turning governance into a series of surprises may offer short-term political advantage, but it undermines democratic norms. More troubling is the portrayal of political opposition as enemies of the state. This is not only a distortion of democratic discourse but a dangerous erosion of constitutional values. When those in power equate dissent with disloyalty, they edge closer to authoritarianism and farther from the democratic ideals they claim to defend.

In agriculture, unpredictable weather can destroy crops. In governance, unpredictable policies and political polarization can weaken democracy. Both call for balance, foresight, and respect for the systems that sustain us.

India's water policy

The immediate outcome of recent Pahalgham attack has been India suspending Indus water treaty with Pakistan. So the point of importance is the water. While getting a first hand information on this development I happened to come across a good information on India's water policy.

In the context of India, the formulation of water policies presents a unique set of challenges. The Constitution allocates jurisdiction over water-related matters to State governments (Schedule VII, List II, Entry 17), while the center holds authority over inter-state rivers and water disputes. Given that river systems often traverse state boundaries, the center assumes a crucial role in ensuring sustainable management and balancing the developmental interests of different states. This may involve utilizing other constitutional entries, such as those about forests, to safeguard catchment areas. Numerous central and state laws address water management, including the state Panchayati Raj Act, which permits the delegation of responsibilities, such as minor irrigation, to Panchayats. Similarly, constitutional provisions allow the transfer of subjects, such as water supply and sanitation to urban local bodies, providing a decentralized approach to water governance (Bhatt & Bhatt 2017; Hutchings et al. 2017).

India's NWP considers water a fundamental human necessity. The management of water resources in India falls under the jurisdiction of individual states, with the central government's role restricted to inter-state water clashes. Thirteen states have formulated SWPs following the guidelines outlined in the NWP during the Eleventh Five-Year Plan, i.e., the period from 2002 to 2012 (Shah 2013). Proactively, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh developed and implemented their first SWPs in 1994, 1994, and 1999, respectively. The second NWP was issued in 2002, and the centralized India-WRIS (Web-enabled Water Resources Information System) was established in 2008. It compiled valuable data, including a river basin Atlas for India, enabling the free exchange of information among government agencies and citizens. These issues included concerns about river health, conflicts, and paradoxes within the policy's framework.

The NWP of 2012 introduced various recommendations for the conservation, development, and enhanced management of water resources in India. Its core objective was to assess the existing scenario, formulate a comprehensive action plan from a unified national standpoint, and identify the water demand-supply disparity. An extraordinary milestone in this policy was the incorporation of the Public Trust Doctrine, marking its inaugural inclusion in the NWP documentation as a facet of water sector reform and effective governance.

According to the National Water Body Census, 2023, the country will have 2,424,540 water bodies. Among these, 59.5% (1,442,993) comprise ponds, 15.7% (381,805) are categorized as tanks, 12.1% (292,280) are identified as reservoirs, while the remaining 12.7% (307,462) include water conservation structures, check dams, percolation tanks, lakes, and other water bodies. Of the total enumerated water bodies, 97.1% (2,355,055) are in rural areas, and the remaining 2.9% (69,485) are in urban areas. Approximately 78% are artificial water bodies, while 22% are naturally occurring.

Source: https://iwaponline.com/jwcc/article/16/2/493/106726/A-review-of-India-s-water-policy-and

An efficiently designed water dispersion network ensures a compact water supply in a well-organized city. A proper water conveyance framework is necessary to effectively distribute water from the centralized network to individual households (Radhakrishnan & Wu 2018). As an illustration, in India, specifically in Tamil Nadu, AI technology is being employed to manage water resources effectively in regions facing stress. The Tamil Nadu e-Governance Agency has taken proactive steps by introducing an AI-driven, cost-effective monitoring system for rural drinking water supply. This initiative ensures fair and equitable water distribution across rural areas, addressing the challenges of water scarcity and ensuring access to safe drinking water for all. In Tiruchirappalli, a city situated in Tamil Nadu and positioned along the Kaveri River at the head of the Kaveri River delta, the Tiruchi Corporation was chosen by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) to spearhead a pioneering project focused on detecting and minimizing losses in drinking water distribution using AI. Collaborating with the municipal administration department, MoHUA, and a French-based company, the civic body will develop an innovative, intelligent water resource management solution. Mohseni et al. (2021) utilized Bentley WATERGEMS software to analyze the water distribution system in Narangi village of Maharashtra, India. This software enabled them to assess the progression of water within each pipeline, monitor water levels in individual tanks, and assess the expansion of water flow velocity.

In summary, the global revolution in water management through the integration of AI and advanced sensor technologies is evident. India's efficient system, improved by AI models, optimizes water distribution, quality assessment, and infrastructure maintenance. Although challenges persist, such as heavy metal detection and IoT system efficiency, the potential of AI to tackle water scarcity and promote sustainability is promising, offering hope for a more water-secure future.

Forests and water are interlinked

The relationship between forests and water is very critical that needs to be accorded highest priority in the decision making process. The Water Policy of 2012 does not contain any reference to the links between availability of water and the forests, though it states that holistic and interdisciplinary approach to water related issues is missing’, it hardly mentions anything related to the linkages between forest cover and the water runoff or availability of the water in rivers and the watershed forests.

The Central as well as state governments have spent thousands of crores of rupees over the years towards implementation of the watershed programmes. Unfortunately, they are aimed at ‘exploiting’ the water resources through water harvesting structures rather than ‘husbanding’ water and to protect the watersheds of rivers.

In this context it is pertinent to re�ect on the traditional wisdom of people, who designated the watershed forests as ‘sacred groves’ leading to conservation of this fragile region. Compare this to the ongoing policy in which the small streams and tributaries in watersheds are being devastated to construct micro and mini hydel projects as well as run of the river schemes in both Himalayan and Western Ghats.

These practices indicate the sheer disconnect between the forest and water linkages among the policy makers as well as those who have narrow mindset while implementing these projects.

While recognising the need to conserve the forest resources, the government of India has evolved the Forest Policy in 1988 that states ‘the main aim is soil and water conservation for mitigating floods and droughts and for the retardation of siltatio...

Read more at: https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/forests-water-interlinked-2321693

While recognising the need to conserve the forest resources, the government of India has evolved the Forest Policy in 1988 that states ‘the main aim is soil and water conservation for mitigating floods and droughts and for the retardation of siltatio...

Read more at: https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/forests-water-interlinked-2321693

First blog

World of blogging is an enthralling experience wherein you are your own author of the content. It just started as a hobby for me to get acquainted to the idea of blogging wherein I started posting the reviews of the cinemas I watched and books I read but this habit helped to navigate through many emotions of life which otherwise I couldn't share even with my family and friends.

My first blog was now non-functional lifeishoney.blogspot.com, I don't remember what exactly I posted on that blog but I could understand the ABC of how to open a blog and post content for the audience. My hobby of posting a blog wasn't any popular in my circle but it served my purpose in unexpected ways.

It's almost 13 years since I started this blog and I am just four short of reaching 200 posts. I do maintain another blog wherein I post about movie reviews but I have restricted this blog just for current affairs. 

Blogging has helped me bridge the gap between my ideas and the providing a platform to that idea in reaching out to the digital world. I rarely get any comments for my blog posts but I am aware that my blog posts are closely watched. I usually get suggestion to monetise my blog but I want to keep it as a space wherein I convey my ideas for a greater cause.

I thank all those invisible audience who visit my blog regularly. I would post a special blog post on reaching the 200th post milestone. Thanks to one and all.

Why India is not the Tamilnadu and we need a strategy to deal with

Tamil Nadu has often stood as a challenge to the Sangh Parivar ecosystem. It remains one of the most self-sufficient and progressive states in the country, especially when compared to many states in the Hindi heartland. From its political autonomy to its emphasis on social justice, Tamil Nadu has carved a path rooted in rationalist thought and grassroots reform. Among the most influential figures of this movement was Periyar E. V. Ramasamy — a man whose ideas still echo through the state's social fabric.

But this modern, progressive Tamil Nadu wasn’t always this way.

There was a time when the state was deeply entangled in the web of caste. So rigid was the system that inter-caste relationships often resulted in brutal consequences, sometimes even in the form of honor killings. Caste identity dictated every aspect of life — from education to marriage to temple access.

Over time, however, Tamil Nadu began to transform. Social reform movements, many led by leaders genuinely committed to the ideals of equality and justice, began to challenge the old order. Through powerful anti-caste movements, affirmative action policies, and public awareness campaigns, the state started closing the gap between castes. The people of Tamil Nadu — not just its leaders — played a crucial role in this transformation. It takes deep cultural courage to let go of privilege, and large sections of society did just that, moving away from caste supremacy to a more inclusive vision of society.

No amount of modernism can flourish without the support and participation of local communities. And in Tamil Nadu, it was the people who made the conscious choice to move away from caste hierarchies, allowing future generations a chance to live with greater dignity and freedom. Their willingness to evolve deserves recognition.

Today, India as a whole finds itself at a similar crossroads — where Tamil Nadu once stood in its battle against caste, the country now stands in its battle against communalism. Yet, the Hindi heartland appears less willing to confront and renounce the ideas of religious supremacy, often justified under the umbrella of ‘Sanatan Dharma’.

What’s ironic is that the spiritual texts revered in Sanatan tradition — the Ramayana, the Mahabharata — are filled with discourses on renunciation and dharma. Both Lord Ram and Lord Krishna speak at length about self-sacrifice, letting go, and the greater good. And yet, many who identify with this tradition today struggle to renounce ideas of religious or cultural superiority — a contradiction that continues to hinder the creation of a truly modern, united India.

The question before us is this: Will the Hindi heartland show the same willingness that Tamil Nadu once did? Will it be ready to let go of supremacist notions and create a future that prioritizes harmony over hierarchy?

Only time will tell. But the hope is that, like Tamil Nadu, the rest of India too will rise to the occasion — not for the sake of the present alone, but for the generations to come.

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Ethernet based Webserver using ESP32 and W5500 modules

Have ever wondered how your routers get configured using a IP address on a web browser? The answer is simple, there is an embedded web server hosted on the router and when you connect to the computer using an Ethernet connection, the web server is accessed on the router using the IP address provided by the manufacturers for further configuration process.

I wanted to replicate this technology for evaluation purposes and using an IOT gateway development board, I could configure the ESP32 as Ethernet based web server attached to W5500 Ethernet module. I used a Arduino IDE to upload a sketch provided by a git hub repository maintained in the link https://github.com/Networking-for-Arduino/EthernetESP32/blob/master/examples/HelloServer/HelloServer.ino by https://forum.arduino.cc/u/juraj/summary

The code was uploaded after successful compilation but when connecting Ethernet module to my linux system, my linux was not allocating IP address to the Ethernet web server, a prerequisite for accessing the webserver through the web browser. There was some configuration problem in dhcp server installed in the linux system.

After consulting my friends working in the networking domain, I was suggested to use router which has an inbuilt dhcp server to allocate IP address to dhcp clients. As per suggestion from one of my friend I purchased TP link archer C6 router and connected IOT gateway to the same. Router allocated IP address to the Ethernet web server at ease and hence made web server accessible from the web browser of linux sytsem which was also connected to the router establishing a two terminal LAN.

Using this methodology you can connect your IOT gateway to local LAN for accessing the Sensor information dash board designed into Web server on getting a alert for a event notification to your mobile device by the gateway using cellular technology.

Ambedkar: The Forgotten Satyagrahi of Mahad

In a couple of days, we will be commemorating Ambedkar Jayanti—the birth anniversary of the architect of the Indian Constitution. This year’s celebration is particularly special, as it marks the first Jayanti after the symbolic moral reaffirmation of the Constitution during the highly anticipated 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

We know Dr. B.R. Ambedkar as a visionary statesman, a brilliant lawmaker, a devout Buddhist, and the principal architect of the Indian Constitution. But how many of us recognize him as a Satyagrahi?

Yes, Dr. Ambedkar too used non-violence as a means to pursue truth—much like Mahatma Gandhi. However, unlike Gandhi’s spiritual and political Satyagraha, Ambedkar’s Satyagraha was rooted in social justice. His fight was against the deeply entrenched caste system, and his cause was the dignity of the oppressed.

One of the most striking examples of this was the Mahad Satyagraha.

Mahad, located in the Raigad district of Maharashtra on the banks of the river Savitri, is also home to a significant Buddhist historical site. In August 1923, the Bombay Legislative Council passed a resolution stating that all citizens—regardless of caste—should have access to public utilities maintained by the government.

In January 1924, the Municipal Council of Mahad adopted this resolution. However, it failed to implement it due to resistance from caste Hindus.

In response, the Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha organized a historic conference on March 19–20, 1927, in Mahad. Over a thousand people gathered. At the conclusion of the event, the attendees—led by Ambedkar—marched to the town’s main water tank and drank from it, asserting their right to public water.

This act wasn’t just about water. It was about dignity.

The Mahad Satyagraha was one of the most powerful struggles led by Ambedkar to claim equal social rights for the so-called "untouchables." Although Ambedkar didn’t personally believe in Satyagraha as a long-term solution, he saw it as a means to appeal to the moral conscience of the dominant castes.

He remarked:

“It is not that you can solve your problems by Satyagraha. This is only a request to the upper-class Hindu mind. This movement is going to prove whether the Hindu mind treats human beings like human beings or not. This Satyagraha is going to change the hearts of Hindus. The movement will decide whether Hindu mind regards humanity in the new age.”

Source: https://www.allaboutambedkaronline.com/post/an-overview-of-the-mahad-satyagraha

Ambedkar’s legacy as a Satyagrahi may be lesser known, but it is no less inspiring. On this Ambedkar Jayanti, let’s remember not only the constitutional giant he was—but also the courageous reformer who dared to challenge society’s deepest injustices.

 

Train your mind to look at the uniqueness

Sometimes in life we yearn to be like the one who we love, especially a kid who emulates his father in the early stages of life. Hence for every kid his father is the first hero in his life. But on the other hand a truly loving father would like to see his kid earn a unique name and position in this world.

Being unique doesn't mean you sway away from society, a garden has unique breed of flowers but still it is the unique collections of all such flowers makes a garden unique. You may be wondering what will you achieve after all those efforts of training your self to be unique? Its just about adding a unique flavor to the creation, hope I am clear about the significance of being unique.

To practice uniqueness you need to train your mind to see the uniqueness surrounding you in small aspects. But to be frank this world is trained to make an individual hate the uniqueness of the other individual for the reasons well known to the trainer. So if you want to train yourself to see the unique side of the world it is at your own risk.

But once you have trained your self to see the unique side of the world, you will be free from the herd mentality, a prerequisite to see how uniquely you can contribute to the world.

Can Tom enact laws for Jerry ?

We all know the famous Tom and Jerry show, and it is one the best cartoons which connects with that kid in us. It is ever struggle between Tom and Jerry each vying to put each other in trouble. There is logical solution to the problem either Tom leaves the home or the Jerry leaves home to end the never ending drama between them but life doesn't give room for the same. They are after each other's neck.

Imagine in a city where all Toms and Jerrys decide to go democratic. They hold elections, get elected and pass the laws. As Toms are in majority, they get a say in deciding what promulgates as the law. Now the situation is Tom wants to pass laws for the Jerry in the city. Ideally since Tom and Jerry have decided to go democratic and give up brow beating way of life, in one word we can say that they are on verge of being civilized and hence Jerrys shouldn't be having any problem in Toms passing laws for them. 

So is the state of democracy in the country wherein BJP wants to pass laws for minorities in the country. Ideally minorities shouldn't be having any problem with BJP passing laws for them as both have agreed to tread the path of democracy as means of living away from feudal fighting history which they share.

Now the problem is Tom while passing the law for Jerry tries to recall all the atrocities Jerry had orchestrated against it during pre-democratic period of time. And hence wants to teach a lesson for pre-democratic atrocities while framing the law for Jerry. But the Jerry knows it has edge when dealing in undemocratic environment but still clings onto the democratic process with a belief in the institutions of democracy which it can approach against the nefarious designs of the Tom.

Tom knows that it has no advantage once Jerry gives up the democratic way of life but still harasses the Jerry. It is a peculiar case of democracy wherein Tom wants to play spoil sport and hold Jerry responsible for the same.